Business Immigration Paralegal

Position Summary

The Immigration Paralegal position will provide organizational and practice specific support to attorneys in our highly specialized Immigration Department. Will assist the team in a wide range of business immigration matters including preparing various immigration petitions and applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares petitions/applications for various immigration-related matters (PERM, I-140, CP, AOS, Naturalization, H-1B, L, E-1/2, TN, O-1, J, EB-5)
• Prepares responses to sometimes complex requests for evidence
• Maintains oversight of individual caseload to ensure timely completion of work
• Researches law, procedures and keeps track of immigration law updates
• Manages various administrative duties; maintains case management database, directs client contact—phone calls, emails, and postal correspondence
• Creates and maintains reports as needed
• Contact USCIS and U.S. consulate/embassies, schedules visa appointment interviews
• Affords client intakes, prepares client mailings and submissions to various immigration offices
• Liaises with government agencies (DOL, USCIS, NVC) to troubleshoot issues as necessary
• Affords assistance with other department activities as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Skills & Competencies:
  • Excellent customer service skills and ability to work on multiple matters simultaneously in an organized manner and under minimal supervision
  • Excellent writing skills
  • Ability to communicate professionally and interact effectively with all levels of personnel, including management staff and support staff
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor and presentation
  • Proactive self-starter who understands the details within a much larger context
  • High attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills and the ability to manage time effectively
  • Flexible and able to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands
• Technology:
  • Computer proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
  • Familiar with immigration case management systems (INSZoom)
  • Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly

Education & Prior Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or Paralegal certification or equivalent experience required
• Minimum of 3-5 years business immigration experience within a law firm with demonstrated knowledge of complex issues within the Immigration practice area

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment.